Calf Sound (Manx: Yn Cheyllys) is a body of water which separates the Calf of Man island from the mainland of the Isle of Man. The sound - technically a strait - is about 700 yards in width, and contains the small islet of Kitterland, which is home to a large colony of seals.
The name 'calf' comes from the Old Norse word 'kalfr', which means a small island close to a larger one.
A Cafe overlooking the Calf of Man offers both indoor and outdoor seating (2024). The original building erected to house a visitor centre was designed to have little visual impact when looking towards the Calf of Man, partially achieved by covering the roof with turf. Today a modern building with glass walls offers spectacular views of the scenery.
There is car parking available. The bus service from Port Erin ceased in 2024.
References
- ^ "The Sound". Visit Isle of Man. Archived from the original on 25 September 2020. Retrieved 12 January 2021.
- "Calf of Man - Yn Cholloo". Transceltic. Archived from the original on 24 March 2016. Retrieved 12 January 2021.
- "The Sound Café". The Sound Café. Archived from the original on 28 February 2021. Retrieved 12 January 2021.
54°03′39″N 4°47′56″W / 54.06083°N 4.79889°W / 54.06083; -4.79889
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